Things I Wrote Down

Things I Wrote Down

Advent helps us see that we can approach God without fear

Advent Reading Week 2: Get brave like Esther

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Andrew Kooman
Dec 04, 2025
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Having risked her life to approach King Xerxes, Esther’s story highlights what’s at stake when one approaches a king. Fearlessness required.

This reading is featured in Andrew’s new book Gather for Advent, designed to help your family nurture wonder as reflect on the true meaning of Christmas.

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  • Go to the source itself: Esther 5:1-14; Hebrews 4:14-16

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